Intro:
Quote: "Each person may see a fight in different ways... They can see more to a primal way. Others they can see in a pure artistic way... For me I see the pure artistic way, the way that a true martial artist can show his art. " Roger Gracie

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Nic GregoriadesIn this episode Marty speaks withNicolas Gregoriades, Nic has the honor of being Roger Gracie’s 1st Black belt and is an accomplished competitor in the sport ofBJJ,He is also the founder of The Jiu Jitsu Brotherhood,acommunity/association with affiliates all around the globe. Nic istheauthor of TheBlack Belt Blueprint, and the producer of several highly popular video instructionals such as Yoga for Grapplers and Beyond Technique. In this interview he discusses his start in martial arts, training with Roger Gracie, starting the London Real and Digital communication podcasts, as well as his new BJJ podcast, working with the whole person through Jiu Jitsu, correlations between personalities and rolling, his love for kite surfing, coming full circle with his JJ philosophy, being unrestricted and new paradigms in JJ, a day his life, plans for moving to the US, and more.

Make a Difference/Make an Impact:Marty reads an excerpt from Joshua Page’s (owner of Hickory Academy of Martial Arts) blog which discusses holding on to your joy…...

Quote: "My father was a naturalist and a very spiritual person, who had a great desire to pass on his knowledge to others, so that they could receive the benefits of Jiu Jitsu as well. Growing up in this environment, I learned the art of Jiu Jitsu is actually a method through which one strives for self-perfection.” Carlos Gracie Jr.

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Master Carlos Machado is a 8th degree coral belt and the oldest brother in the legendary Machado Brothers family. In the early 90’s He and his brothers, Rigan, John, Roger andJean Jacques,formed Machado Jiu Jitsu, one of the main BJJ organizations in the Northern Hemisphere. He’s had a very interesting career in Jiu Jitsu and has influenced the lives of thousands of students. In this episode he discusses the early years of training with his brothers and cousins; living with Carlos Gracie and training with Carlos Gracie Jr; Rolls and Carlson Gracie sharing the same building for their schools; the start of Gracie Barra, how his training philosophy has changed over the years; Chuck Norris’ role in helping him get established in the US and assisting Chuck on the set of Walker Texas Ranger; key training principles, his view on why he and his brothers have been so successful; his upcoming seminar tour; exciting social media projects he has going on....

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Quote:"Every valuable lesson I have learned about myself, relationships and values, has been reflected to me on the mat." —Matt Thornton

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John FranklJohn Frankl is a BJJ Black Belt underRoberto Maiaand head of John Frankl Jiu Jitsu, as well as the Straight blast Gym representative for Asia. He’s a Harvard trainedPhD, and the man responsible for starting and establishing BJJ in Korea. In this interview he discusses his history and journey in the martial arts, including his time with Rickson Gracie andRoberto Maia, preparing for the Masters Worlds comp. MattThornton and Straight Blast Gym, the Jiu Jitsu scene in Korea, sword making and brewing, the parallels between evolution ofcross-fit and BJJ, yoga, mobility, and breathing, and the role of gratitude in his life…

Make a Difference/Make an Impact:The power of perspective. Using Victor Frankl, survivor of Auschwitz death camp during WW2, as an example, Marty discusses how perspective determines our experience.

Tamba Hali: You know him as an NFL star linebacker for the Kansas City Chiefs but did you know he’s a Gracie Jiu Jitsu practitioner? In this episode, he discusses his recent promotion to purple belt; what his jiu jitsu journey has been like including training with Ryron & Rener Gracie and Evandro Nunes; being technical and the defensive mindset; how JJ has affected his football; his time and challenges in the NFL; his music, and more….

Make a Difference/Make an Impact Segment:"Life is either a daring adventure or nothing at all" Helen Keller
In this segment Marty discusses thinking of life as a great adventure.

Now on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDEYGUC5GVUwa0jla2Y9mkQIntro
​​Quote:"A journey of a thousand submissions begins with submitting your ego."
Anonymous

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Jon Wagner
​In this episode Marty interviews Jon Wagner (aka Johnny Wags), JJ Black belt and certified instructor through the Gracie Academy. Jon discusses everything from transitioning from the military, his many trips to Brazil, how the mat is a sanctuary, the effect having his son had on his JJ, self defense philosophy, completing the Instructor Certification Program (ICP), attending the Jiu Jitsu Lifestyle Summit and more…..
​Make a Difference/Make an Impact Segment:
Chris Bailey, owner of Gracie Jiu Jitsu Scottsdale discusses continuing education....

Now available on You Tube:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lnvZAYlB_jw​IntroQuote: "Don't do a technique 5 times and wait for your instructor to tell you what's next. Do the technique 500 times and wait for your instructor to tell you to stop."

A discussion on Injuries

In this episode Marty interviews Ty Gay (owner and head instructor of Redline Jiu Jitsu and lead singer for Everybody Panic), Roy Dean (BJJ Black Belt and producer of famed BJJ videos and media on RoyDeanTV), Ryron Gracie (Black Belt and Head instructor at the Gracie Academy in Torrance, CA, Mark Cukro (Pedro Sauer Black Belt and owner of Integrated Martial Arts), and Henry Akins (Rickson Gracie Black Belt and owner of Dynamix Martial Arts). They each discuss their thoughts on injuries: how to prevent them, how to deal with them, and key points to keep in mind with your down time due to an injury. Don’t miss this interesting and insightful discussion….

Make a Difference/Make an Impact:
​From Lynn Lane's (Warrior of Success) Morning Mojo: ​“It is my sincere belief that you can have everything in life you want if you will just help enough other people get what they want.” ~ Zig Ziglar ~ A quote of wisdom and a solid principle to live by. When you help others up or through a challenge you also help yourself. Makes little difference where you are in life as long as you add some value to someone else you will create more value in your life. One good deed, one small compliment or one act of kindness will start the “boomerang effect” and you’ll reap the value of that in the future. We all have talents, skills and abilities that we can share with others to help them along the way. Help someone and help yourself…..today!

Quote:"A true Martial Artist is the integration of the warrior and the sage. He is a man of peace, but he has the ability to destroy." Anonymous

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Roy HarrisIn this episode Marty speaks with Professor Roy Harris, head of Harris International. Mr. Harris is 5th Degree black belt under professor Joe Morrera, an author, and a world renowned instructor. In this episode he discusses his early start in martial arts, training with Rick Faye, Guro Dan Inosanto, Larry Hartsell, and Paul Vunak; his time at the Gracie Academy; legs locks “then and now”; his time as a law enforcement officer and in the military and training those populations; his book, The Jiu Jitsu Answer Man; Harris International; BJJ over 40 and important considerations for training in your 50’s and beyond; the importance of his faith and more….

Quote:"In life, when presented with any situation, breath, take your time, focus and decide what to do." Rickson Gracie

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Ricardo Bayona and Alberto RobayoIn this episode Marty speaks with Ricardo Bayona and Alberto Robayo, Gracie Academy black belts and the owners and founders of Miloki Flow, which integrates Gracie Jiu-Jitsu, Yoga, and Functional Movement and Fitness. Their goal with creating a Miloki Flow was to bring a flow of positive habits, healthy diet, and a richer enjoyment of their students’ everyday lives.Alberto’s academy is in Narberth, PA a suburb of Philadelphia, Ricardo’s academy is in Key Biscayne, FL. And 1st time I’ve interviewed 2 people at different remote locations at the same time so it was pretty interesting doing so.In this interview they discuss starting out in Columbia, how cleaning your academy relates to Jiu Jitsu, Ryron’s influence, how Miloki Flow came about, adding functional movement to Jiu Jitsu and the flow roll mindset, life on and off the mats, major influences in their lives, their long enduring friendship, and more….

Make a Difference/Make an Impact:"Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes........Including you."
Ann Lamott

Marty discusses the weight of stress and the importance of taking time to unplug....

Jorge Jimenez
In this episode Marty interviews Professor Jorge Jimenez, 3rd degree Black Belt under Professor Pedro Sauer and owner of Gracie Jiu Jitsu Balance Academy in Sharpsburg, GA (a PS affiliate school and a gracie Academy CTC). In this interview Jorge talks about the recent Pedro Sauer camp, his start in Jiu Jitsu and time in Salt Lake City, attending UFC 1, completing the Gracie Academy instructor certification program (ICP), what he gleaned from the Royce Gracie v Matt hughes fight, applying GJJ in your everyday life, lessons learned on the way to black belt, Rener and Ryron’s impact on him, the importance of breathing, and Professor Sauer’s influence on his Jiu Jitsu and life

IntroQuote:"He who controls others may be powerful, but he who has mastered himself is mightier still." Lao Tzu

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Dr. Belisa VranichDr Belisa Vranich, is a clinical psychologist and the author of the book, Breath: the simple revolutionary 14 day program to improve your physical and mental health.She has spent the last decade dedicating herself to the study of breathing. She is the founder of The Breathing Class, and has appeared in dozens national media outlets, including Anderson Cooper 360, CNN, Fox, the Today show, Good Morning America, Inside Edition, The Wall st journal, Cosmopolitan, Men’s Fitness, and the Huffington Post. She is a former sports psychologist for Gold's gym and a columnist for Shape magazine. She’s worked with a variety of populations from average Joes to martial artists and combat athletes, to police and firefighters, helping them all to breath more efficiently and effectively, and thus having a profound impact in their lives. In this interview Dr. Belisa discusses efficient (horizontal) versus inefficient(vertical) breathing; why incorrect breathing leads to anxiety and neck and shoulder pain, working with average Joe’s to warriors and combat athletes; stress and breathing, how prolonged sitting affects our breathing, her breathing classes, the role of breathing in martial arts, rolling and breathing, diaphragmatic breathing and heath, Rickson’s breathing, the causes she supports, such as Liam’s Life, and​​TAPS: Tragedy Assistance Program For Survivors, and animal rescues.​Make a Difference/Make an Impact:Marty discusses self awareness in our daily lives and relationships....

Quote: "Learn Gracie Jiu-Jitsu so that when a giant walks by, you don't think to yourself 'oh no,' you think to yourself 'how interesting!" Rener Gracie

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Eve Torres Gracie
​In this episode Marty speaks with Eve Torres Gracie. Eve heads up the Woman's Empowered program for the Gracie Academy. She has been a WWE 3X diva champion, and has appeared in movies, such as Scorpion King 4 and Jackie Chan’s Skiptrace, as well as Television, with a role in Supergirl, and theNBC primetime reality show Stars Earn Stripes-where she and her partner won the overall competition on that show. She’s been a professional dancer and model, and has inspired and impacted the lives of countless individuals and groups. She’s also married to Rener Gracie. In this interview Eve talks about her days as a WWE Diva, how she met Rener and the effect he’s had in her life, the joys and challenges of motherhood, working with the women empowered program, her mom’s impact on her life, her new business with Sage Gracie, and the importance of believing in yourself….

Make a Difference/Make an Impact​"By my actions....teach my mind" William Shakespeare In this segment Marty discusses the notion that you become what you practice most......

​Ryron Gracie is back to recap the recent Jiu Jitsu Lifestyle Summit. Some of the things he discusses are living Jiu Jitsu on and off the mat; being a student for life/learning from everyone; being the best training partner possible; training Jiu Jitsu well into your years; and Jiu Jitsu as a vehicle for self growth.This episode features clips from various attendees of the event as well, including Ty Gay, Jennifer Gray, Kris Bailey, Marco Moreno, Ron Wilder, Marc Marins, Kris Ratte, Tessa Lyn, Evandro Nunes, Don Cook, and Victoria Gracie…..

Intro:
Quote"Self-knowledge is the basis of jeet kune do because it is effective not only for the individual's martial art but also for his life as a human being." Bruce Lee
​Quote about Burton Richardson:Burton has always been on the cutting edge in training, researching & experimenting in the martial arts. His skill and ability to teach and coach his students and fighters make him a remarkable martial artist. Burton knows how to develop training methods, progressions & tactics in all ranges."
​Guro Dan Inosanto, First Generation Student of Bruce Lee, Jeet Kune Do Instructor, &Founder of Inosanto Academy of Martial Arts

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Burton RichardsonBurton Richardson is an extremely well respected teacher and practitioner in the martial arts world. He has a vast background and history in the martial arts and runs JKD Unlimited, an online source for training videos, books, etc. He has trained with countless masters such Grandmaster Antonio Ilustrisimo, Master Tony Diego, and Master Christopher Ricketts, as well as many top BJJ exponents, including the Machado Brothers, Carlson Gracie, Ensen Enue, Baret Yoshida, Charuto Verissimo, and Marcelo Garcia. Burton is one of the original “Dog Brothers” (brutal stick fighting team), and has even journeyed to South Africa several times to train with Zulu warriors in their method of stick fighting. Burton is a full Instructor in Jun Fan JKD under Guro Dan Inosanto, full Instructor in Filipino Martial Arts under Tuhon Dan Inosanto, full Instructor in the JKD Grappling Association under Sifu Larry Hartsell, Instructor in Thai Boxing under Master Chai Sirisute, Guro in Penjak Silat under Pendekar Paul De Thouars, Instructor in Kali Ilustrisimo under GrandMaster Ilustrisimo, Third Degree Black Belt in BJJ (brazilian Jiu Jitsu) under Egan Inoue.Burton is the author of 4 books and has written for martial arts magazines such as Inside Kung Fu, in Budo, and Ultimate MMA. He was elected self defense instructor of the year by Black Belt Magazine and inducted into their hall of fame. In this interview he discusses the many influences on his martial arts development; Bruce Lee’s philosophy of no way as the way; the importance of sparring; adapting your arts to your individual strengths; his first lesson with Rickson Gracie; fixed mindset and the importance of an open mind in training; the concept behind his“For the Streets”video training series and how the programs developed; the importance of incorporating weapons into your training (BJJ) and how it changes the priorities in a self defense situation; and more.

Make Difference/Make an Impact:Marty discusses the subject of leaving your comfort zone and challenging yourself.....

Intro:Quote:“Jiu Jitsu is about much more than winning medals and titles. Those things will be forgotten long before we’re gone, but the effect we have on our students and fellow practitioners, as part of the lessons we share with them, will live on forever!” James “300” Foster

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Eddie KoneProfessor Eddie Kone, is a Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt and owner/ head instructor of The Eddie Kone Academy of Jiu-Jitsu,. He is director of EKBJJ Association with affiliate schools throughout the UK. Eddie Received his Black Belt in 2008 from Master Royler Gracie, at the time making him Royler’s first European Black Belt. He received his first Degree from Professor Rafael Lovato Jr.in 2012. He has been a coach to many MMA fighters champions including UFC fighter Paul ‘Semtex’ Daley, W.E.C & UFC Fighter Brad ‘One Punch’ Pickett,and others. In the interview we talk about his introduction to MA, his BJJ competition experience, his MMA career (Pro MMA Record 4-0-0).We also discuss his acting career including his recent involvement in the film “Romans,” his upcoming camp with Ryron Gracie, and much more.

Make a Difference/Make an Impact:Guest host, Cary Hokama (Holistic transformation coach and author of the book, Own your Life) talks about “info-sponging.”

IntroQuote:"I never trained jiu Jitsu for recognition or money. I did it because I loved it, because it was a constant companion in my life that allowed me to connect with others in a meaningful way. Jiu Jitsu is an art which allows us to magnify our potential. It's about protection of self and others. It's about humility. It's about compassion." -Roy Dean

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Robb WolfIn this episode Marty interviews Robb Wolf, former research biochemist, and New York Times Bestselling author ofThe Paleo Solution– The Original Human Diet. Robb has transformed the lives of hundreds of thousands of people around the world via histop ranked iTunes podcast, book and seminars. Robb has functioned as a review editor for the Journal of Nutrition and Metabolism and is a consultant for the Naval Special Warfare Resiliency program. He serves on the board of Directors/Advisors for: Specialty Health Inc, Paleo FX, and Paleo Magazine. Rob is also a former California State Powerlifting Champion and a 6-0 amateur kickboxer. He coaches athletes at the highest levels of competition and consults with Olympians and world champions in MMA, motocross, rowing and triathlon. He has provided seminars in nutrition and strength & conditioning to a number of entities including NASA, Naval Special Warfare, the Canadian Light Infantry and the United States Marine Corps. In this interview Robb discusses everything from how wrestling can work for or against you in learning BJJ; how often to train hard; his friendship with Roy Dean; how training “invisible Jiu Jitsu” with Henry Aikin has profoundly affected his Jiu Jitsu; Training with Patrick Johnson and John Frankl; the joys and challenges of training self defense and sport JJ; best exercises for Jiu Jitsu related postural dysfunctions; the Paleo lifestyle and diet; the gut-brain connection; information from his new book, Wired To Eat, including the neural regulation of appetite; why personalized nutrition is much better than rigid black and white type thinking regarding food and nutrition, and more…..

Make a Difference/Make an Impact:Robert Heath, founder of the Legacy Foundation and creator of the Legacy Challenge. He is also an attorney in the USMC, and the owner of Gracie Jiu Jitsu Jacksonville, in Jacksonville, NC, a CTC through the GA.

IntroQuote: “Self defense is not just a set of techniques; it’s a state of mind, and it begins with the belief that you are worth defending.” Rorion GracieInterview

Steve KardianIn this Episode Marty interviews world renowned self defense and security expert, Steve Kardian. Steve is a 3rd degree black belt in Gracie Jiu Jitsu (under Phil Migliarese), a Kyokushin Karate black belt, and a Muay Thai Kick Boxing coach (serving as Associate Instructor under shootfighting world champion and MMA coach Erik Paulson). He has served as a women's safety, security and law enforcement consultant for a variety of shows, such as Inside Edition, Fox & Friends, CNN, HLN, Nancy Grace, Dr. Drew, CBS, NBC, ABC, among others. Steve is an American career law enforcement officer, detective, sergeant, chief criminal investigator, and contractor for the United States Marshals Service. He is founder of Defend U, and author of the book The New Superpower for Women: Trust Your Intuition, Predict Dangerous Situations, and Defend Yourself from the Unthinkable. In the interview Steve discusses His early training in JKD, Kyokushin Karate, CSW, and GJJ (Tony Gioffre), Phil Migliarese, Erik Paulson), the early days at the Gracie academy (including time with GM Helio), law enforcement, the adrenal response, Defend U (and women’s self defense), home and travel security, enhance breathwork withDr. Belisa Vranich, and the defining moment in his life when he knew he was destined to serve the public.

Make a Difference/Make an Impact:Jim Bundy, Pedro Sauer Black Belt, and owner of Team Bundy GJJ, discusses 5 things you need to do to make 2017 great

Marc MarinsIn this episode Marty speaks with Mark Marins,​Gracie Jiu Jitsu black belt and owner and head instructor ofNorth Vancouver BJJ (NVBJJ). Marc is an accomplished Jiu Jitsu practitioner with over 20 years of experience. He’s also a black belt in Kodokan Judo and has used it to compliment his Jiu Jitsu. In this interview Mark discusses his start in Jiu Jitsu, training in Brazil, the variety of camps/instructors he been involved with, the Gracie academy instructor program and implementing the GA programs at his school, the upcoming Steve Maxwell visit, and more.

Make a Difference/Make an Impact:Guest host for the segment, Howard Steele of Delaware Bushido Academy, talks about positivity

IntroQuote: “Don’t wish it were easier, wish you were better” Jim Rohn (as stated on the poscast by Frank Cucci in Ep 24 of the show).

Meet the Listener:Alberto Alverez

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Allan ManganelloIn this interview Marty speaks with Gracie Jiu Jitsu Black Belt, Professor Allan Manganello. Allan is the founder and head instructor of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Louisville, in Louisville, KY. . He has over 35 years of martial arts experience and is also currently a police officer in Louisville, KY. Professor Manganello received his Jiu-Jitsu training from Masters Rickson Gracie and Pedro Sauer. He was awarded his Black Belt from Master Sauer in 2006 and currently holds the rank of 3rd Degree Black Belt. During the interview Allan talks about the recent Pedro Sauer fall camp, his recent trip to England, his long history in the martial arts (including studying under Cynthia Rothrock and Jene Louis Arseneau), the GST program (and his upcoming GST class at his academy) and the importance of this training for law enforcement officers, and the expected arrival of his new baby boy!

Make a Difference/Make an Impact:Marty discusses the power of writing your goals down.

Intro:Quote: “Martial Arts should be a way of life, not a job, hobby, sport, but a part of you and the way you live your life.” Frank Gutting

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Ryron GracieIn this Episode Ryron Gracie (world renowned instructor, oldest son of Grand Master Rorion Gracie, and grandson of GM Helio Gracie), returns to the show to discuss what makes the best sparring/training partner, why people leave Jiu Jitsu, how often to roll hard, how Jiu Jitsu affects one’s life, and to share a big announcement. ​

Make a Difference/Make an Impact:“One reason so few of us achieve what we truly want is that we never direct our focus; we never concentrate our power. Most people dabble their way through life, never deciding to master anything in particular.” – Tony RobbinsIn this segmaent Marty discusses the "inspect what you expect" principle.....

Rob KahnIn this episode Marty speaks with Royce Gracie black belt, Rob Kahn. Rob is considered Royce’s first black belt, and has been training with Royce since the mid 90s. He is the owner and head instructor of Gracie Tampa, a gym that has produced numerous UFC fighters, as well as several Abu Dahbi competitors and champions. In the interview, Rob discusses his training at the Gracie Academy in the early days and how Rorion Gracie’s teaching style influenced his teaching style, his MMA career and coaching MMA fighters, training his Abu Dabi competitors, No gi training, working with special operations soldiers and the wounded warrior project, his hobbies and interests off the mat (game of thrones and Pit Bull rescue), and his special relationship with Master Royce Gracie.

Make a Difference/Make an Impact:Life is a test, it is only a test.....try seeing your problems or challenges as a series of tests......

Tom Callos In this interview Marty interviews Tom Callos, veteran martial arts teacher, martial arts activist, and martial arts business coach who has helped countless people grow successful businesses, and even more important, become better, more fulfilled people. Tom is a high level black belt in TKD under Ernie Reyes jr and a Brown belt in BJJ under Elliot Kelly and Gustavo Enriquez. He was BJ Penn’s first BJJ coach and is the father of Keenan Cornelius (and , world champion BJJ competitor. Tom recently won bronze in his division at the BJJ Senior worlds (one day to the year after he spiral fractured his leg and had another (of multiple) hip replacements).In this interview he discusses everything from corresponding with Rosa Parks, his sons Keenan and Shannon, training BJ Penn, attracting more students and teaching what’s really important (not just techniques), what “The Ultimate Black Belt Test” is, and how it’s like Joseph Campbell's “The Hero’s Journey;” the Alabama House Building Project, his portrait artwork, promoting your school/academy through community impact; and how he believes success is measured by how you’ve affected your family, your friends, your students, and your community….if not the world..

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Make a Difference/Make an Impact:“The shell must break before the bird can fly.” Tennyson

IntroQuote:"If you are not comfortable to deal with an opponent 50 Lbs heavier than you, there is something wrong with your Jiu Jitsu. If you are not comfortable to fight with no time limit, there is something wrong with your Jiu Jitsu."Rickson Gracie

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Master Pedro SauerIn this interview Marty speaks with Master Pedro Sauer. Master Sauer is an 8th degree Red and Black belt under Rickson Gracie. He was awarded his black belt by Rickson Gracie and Grandmaster Helio Gracie. He has been teaching Jiu Jitsu for decades, and is considered one of the most technical instructors in the world. Professor Sauer moved from Brazil to the US during the early days, initially residing in LA and teaching at the Gracie Academy, until moving to Utah in 1990. In Utah, he taught as as one of only two non-Gracie black belts under the Gracie Academy (run by Rorion and Royce), and literally had to prove the effectiveness of Jiu Jitsu on a daily basis. He now resides in VA and has build one of the biggest Jiu Jitsu associations in the world. Professor Sauer is an amazing example and ambassador for Jiu Jitsu. In the interview he discusses his recent Brazil training camp, his new Grandson, his relationship with his wife and how the met, the early days of Jiu Jitsu, self defense vs competition, the alignment with the Gracie Academy, and how GM Helio turned his life around.

Make a Difference/Make an Impact:​“I don't know what your destiny will be, but one thing I know: the only ones among you who will be really happy are those who will have sought and found how to serve.”Albert Schweitzer

Success and fulfillment aren’t the same thing. One can be successful and still not be fulfilled. The difference between the two is service……​“Lose yourself in generous service and every day can be a most unusual day, a triumphant day, an abundantly rewarding day!” William Arthur Ward